Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in Michigan
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Michigan
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in Michigan earn a median salary of $76,593 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +5.1% vs the national median of $72,860. An estimated 220 zoologists and wildlife biologists are employed across Michigan, with salaries ranging from $60,080 to $87,050 depending on location.
$76,593
Avg median salary in Michigan
$87,050
Highest paying metro
$60,080
Lowest paying metro
220
Employed in Michigan
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inZoologists and Wildlife Biologists salaries by city in Michigan
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Peninsula of Michigan | $87,050 | $77,940 | $96,390 | 50 |
| Northern Michigan | $86,940 | $74,960 | $94,310 | 50 |
| Detroit, MI | $72,300 | $57,980 | $88,190 | 40 |
| Lansing, MI | $60,080 | $60,080 | $79,020 | 80 |